1999 Chevrolet Malibu vs 1999 Infiniti I30
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Infiniti I30 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 789 | 26 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 132 | 73 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 44 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,920 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Malibu | Infiniti I30 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 292 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 144 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 138 | 1 |
| Suspension | 82 | 1 |
| Tires | 75 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 58 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 40 | 13 |
| Steering | 37 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 87 | 0 |
| Stalling | 39 | 0 |
| Overheating | 28 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 20 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 16 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
1999 Chevrolet Malibu
1999 Infiniti I30
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.